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Hypersonic Drones by 2026 and Hypersonic Planes by 2028

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The article from NextBigFuture discusses the development of hypersonic technology, focusing on drones and planes. By 2026, hypersonic drones are expected to be operational, capable of flying at speeds over Mach 5, which could revolutionize military reconnaissance and strike capabilities. Following this, by 2028, hypersonic passenger planes are projected to enter service, promising to drastically reduce travel times across continents, for example, cutting the flight time from New York to London to about 90 minutes. The article highlights the involvement of companies like Hermeus, which is working on both military and civilian hypersonic vehicles, and mentions the technological challenges such as heat management and materials science that need to be overcome. Additionally, it touches on the potential economic and strategic implications of these advancements, including the possibility of new global travel routes and the military advantage of speed in warfare.

Read the Full NextBigFuture Article at:
[ https://www.nextbigfuture.com/2025/03/hypersonic-drones-by-2026-and-hypersonic-planes-by-2028.html ]